Climate and monthly weather forecastAthens, NY
Climate and monthly weather forecast
Weather in January
January, like December, is a freezing cold winter month in Athens, New York, with temperature in the range of an average low of 17.2°F (-8.2°C) and an average high of 29.7°F (-1.3°C). Athens's coldest month, January, generally records average temperatures ranging from a high of 29.7°F (-1.3°C) to a low of 17.2°F (-8.2°C). Weather in January »Weather in February
The last month of the winter, February, is an icy month in Athens, New York, with an average temperature ranging between max 33.1°F (0.6°C) and min 18.1°F (-7.7°C). As Athens steps into February, the average high-temperature is measured at a wintry 33.1°F (0.6°C), displaying minor differences from January's 29.7°F (-1.3°C). Weather in February »Weather in March
March, the first month of the spring in Athens, is still a cold month, with an average temperature varying between 26.2°F (-3.2°C) and 41.5°F (5.3°C). March's arrival brings a modest temperature shift, moving from a wintry 33.1°F (0.6°C) in February to a still icy 41.5°F (5.3°C). Weather in March »Weather in April
April is a fresh spring month in Athens, New York, with an average temperature ranging between min 36.5°F (2.5°C) and max 55°F (12.8°C). Athens's transition into April sees a rise in the average high-temperature, advancing from a wintry 41.5°F (5.3°C) in March to a cool 55°F (12.8°C). Weather in April »Weather in May
May, the last month of the spring in Athens, is an enjoyable month, with an average temperature ranging between max 67.6°F (19.8°C) and min 46.9°F (8.3°C). With the arrival of May, the average high-temperature transitions from a fresh 55°F (12.8°C) in April to a comfortable 67.6°F (19.8°C). Weather in May »Weather in June
The first month of the summer, June, is a moderately hot month in Athens, New York, with an average temperature fluctuating between 53.4°F (11.9°C) and 74.8°F (23.8°C). The transition from May to June brings a subtle temperature rise, with average high-temperatures increasing from an enjoyable 67.6°F (19.8°C) to a moderately hot 74.8°F (23.8°C). Weather in June »Weather in July
July, the same as June, is a moderately hot summer month in Athens, New York, with an average temperature fluctuating between 59.7°F (15.4°C) and 81.1°F (27.3°C). July is the warmest month of the year, registering average temperatures as high as 81.1°F (27.3°C) and as low as 59.7°F (15.4°C). The average heat index in July is evaluated at a hot 86°F (30°C). Weather in July »Weather in August
The last month of the summer, August, is also a moderately hot month in Athens, New York, with an average temperature varying between 57.9°F (14.4°C) and 79.3°F (26.3°C). The shift into August records an average high-temperature of a still warm 79.3°F (26.3°C), subtly varied from July's 81.1°F (27.3°C). Weather in August »Weather in September
September, the first month of the autumn in Athens, is also an agreeable month, with an average temperature ranging between max 71.6°F (22°C) and min 51.4°F (10.8°C). September is marked by a subtle drop in average high-temperatures, transitioning from a warm 79.3°F (26.3°C) in August to an agreeable 71.6°F (22°C). Weather in September »Weather in October
October, like September, is another mild autumn month in Athens, New York, with an average temperature ranging between min 43.3°F (6.3°C) and max 58.5°F (14.7°C). The transition into October is accompanied by a temperature decrease, with the average high-temperature shifting from an agreeable 71.6°F (22°C) in September to a mild 58.5°F (14.7°C). Weather in October »Weather in November
November, the last month of the autumn in Athens, is another chilly month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 32.2°F (0.1°C) and 46°F (7.8°C). November brings a decrease in the average high-temperature, falling from October's moderate 58.5°F (14.7°C) to a frosty 46°F (7.8°C). Weather in November »Weather in December
December, the first month of the winter in Athens, is still a cold month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 35.4°F (1.9°C) and 24.4°F (-4.2°C). The start of December comes with a reduction in the average high-temperature, receding from a frosty 46°F (7.8°C) in November to a cold 35.4°F (1.9°C). Weather in December »Updated: Feb 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions
Athens witnesses the coldest weather in January, with temperatures averaging a high of 29.7°F (-1.3°C) and a low of 17.2°F (-8.2°C).
January is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 5.4 days and accumulates 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation.
Throughout the year, in Athens, New York, there are 139.3 rainfall days, and 21.06" (535mm) of precipitation is accumulated.
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall.
In Athens, New York, during the entire year, snow falls for 37.3 days and aggregates up to 15.79" (401mm) of snow.
January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index.
The most humid month in Athens, New York, is February, with an average relative humidity of 83%.
The month with the most snowfall in Athens is February, when snow falls for 10.6 days and typically aggregates up to 4.17" (106mm) of snow.
The month with the least sunshine in Athens is February, with an average of 4h of sunshine.
On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Athens, New York, and the time zone changes from EST to EDT. Daylight Saving Time ends Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am, and the time zone reverts from EDT to EST.
The least humid month in Athens is April, with an average relative humidity of 75%.
May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the highest UV index in Athens, New York.
June through September are months without snowfall in Athens, New York.
The month with the longest days is June, with an average of 15h and 12min of daylight.
The month of July sees the average highest temperatures in Athens, New York, reaching 81.1°F (27.3°C) at the peak and 59.7°F (15.4°C) at the low.
The month with the most rainfall in Athens is July, when the rain falls for 15.9 days and typically aggregates up to 2.64" (67mm) of precipitation.
The months with the most sunshine in Athens are July and August, with an average of 10.3h of sunshine.
The month with the shortest days in Athens is December, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.
Average temperature
Athens, NY
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.7°F).
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.2°F).
Average pressure
Athens, NY
- Average pressure in January:
30.04"Hg - Average pressure in February:
30.02"Hg - Average pressure in March:
30.05"Hg - Average pressure in April:
29.97"Hg - Average pressure in May:
30"Hg - Average pressure in June:
29.93"Hg
- Average pressure in July:
29.95"Hg - Average pressure in August:
29.98"Hg - Average pressure in September:
30.06"Hg - Average pressure in October:
30.01"Hg - Average pressure in November:
30.09"Hg - Average pressure in December:
30.06"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.09"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).
Average wind speed
Athens, NY
- Average wind speed in January:
7.9mph - Average wind speed in February:
7.8mph - Average wind speed in March:
8mph - Average wind speed in April:
7.6mph - Average wind speed in May:
6.3mph - Average wind speed in June:
5.7mph
- Average wind speed in July:
5mph - Average wind speed in August:
4.9mph - Average wind speed in September:
5.5mph - Average wind speed in October:
6.5mph - Average wind speed in November:
7mph - Average wind speed in December:
7.4mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.9mph).
Average humidity
Athens, NY
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (75%).
Average rainfall
Athens, NY
- Average rainfall in January:
1.1" - Average rainfall in February:
1.26" - Average rainfall in March:
1.46" - Average rainfall in April:
1.69" - Average rainfall in May:
2.2" - Average rainfall in June:
2.13"
- Average rainfall in July:
2.64" - Average rainfall in August:
1.93" - Average rainfall in September:
1.61" - Average rainfall in October:
1.93" - Average rainfall in November:
1.57" - Average rainfall in December:
1.54"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.64").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.1").
Average rainfall days
Athens, NY
- Average rainfall days in January:
5.4 days - Average rainfall days in February:
7.5 days - Average rainfall days in March:
10.6 days - Average rainfall days in April:
13.5 days - Average rainfall days in May:
16.2 days - Average rainfall days in June:
15.9 days
- Average rainfall days in July:
15.9 days - Average rainfall days in August:
13.8 days - Average rainfall days in September:
11.3 days - Average rainfall days in October:
12.2 days - Average rainfall days in November:
8.5 days - Average rainfall days in December:
8.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.4 days).
Average snowfall
Athens, NY
- Average snowfall in January:
3.46" - Average snowfall in February:
4.17" - Average snowfall in March:
2.87" - Average snowfall in April:
0.67" - Average snowfall in May:
0.24" - Average snowfall in June:
0"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.17").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days
Athens, NY
- Average snowfall days in January:
8.5 days - Average snowfall days in February:
10.6 days - Average snowfall days in March:
6.5 days - Average snowfall days in April:
1.6 days - Average snowfall days in May:
0.3 days - Average snowfall days in June:
0 days
- Average snowfall days in July:
0 days - Average snowfall days in August:
0 days - Average snowfall days in September:
0 days - Average snowfall days in October:
0.7 days - Average snowfall days in November:
3.2 days - Average snowfall days in December:
5.9 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (10.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight / Average sunshine
Athens, NY
- Average daylight in January:
9h and 30min - Average daylight in February:
10h and 36min - Average daylight in March:
12h and 0min - Average daylight in April:
13h and 24min - Average daylight in May:
14h and 36min - Average daylight in June:
15h and 12min
- Average daylight in July:
14h and 54min - Average daylight in August:
13h and 48min - Average daylight in September:
12h and 30min - Average daylight in October:
11h and 6min - Average daylight in November:
9h and 48min - Average daylight in December:
9h and 12min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).
- Average sunshine in January:
4h and 30min - Average sunshine in February:
4h and 0min - Average sunshine in March:
5h and 54min - Average sunshine in April:
8h and 0min - Average sunshine in May:
8h and 48min - Average sunshine in June:
9h and 30min
- Average sunshine in July:
10h and 18min - Average sunshine in August:
10h and 18min - Average sunshine in September:
8h and 48min - Average sunshine in October:
5h and 36min - Average sunshine in November:
5h and 18min - Average sunshine in December:
4h and 30min
The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).
Average sunshine days
Athens, NY
- Average sunshine days in January:
19.7 days - Average sunshine days in February:
14.8 days - Average sunshine days in March:
15.6 days - Average sunshine days in April:
14.1 days - Average sunshine days in May:
12.7 days - Average sunshine days in June:
12.1 days
- Average sunshine days in July:
12.7 days - Average sunshine days in August:
14.7 days - Average sunshine days in September:
15.7 days - Average sunshine days in October:
16.3 days - Average sunshine days in November:
18.6 days - Average sunshine days in December:
18.9 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (19.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.1 days).
Average UV index
Athens, NY
The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover
Athens, NY
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 56).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 35).
Average visibility
Athens, NY
The months with the highest visibility are January, April, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are February, March, May, June, July, August, September and October (5mi).
